IceHogs News

Rockford, Ill.- Chicago Blackhawks General Manager of Minor League Affiliations Mark Bernard announced on Saturday that forward Adam Hobson was reassigned by the Blackhawks to the Toledo Walleye and defenseman Joe Charlebois were returned on loan to the Walleye from Rockford.

Hobson was recalled prior to Friday’s game in Lake Erie. The third year winger skated in both Friday’s and Saturday’s games against the Monsters and registered a goal in Rockford’s 5-3 loss Saturday afternoon. Hobson has appeared in eight games with Rockford this season totaling 2g-1a.

Charlebois was recalled on Wednesday, his first stint of 2009-10 with Rockford. The d-man played in two games with the IceHogs. Charlebois appeared in 13 games for Rockford last season and chipped in two assists.

Next Home Game: Saturday, Feb. 13 vs. Milwaukee Admirals. Game time is 7:05 p.m. The first 2,500 fans to the MetroCentre will pick up a Mr. Potato Head courtesy of Frito Lay and Q98.5. For tickets call (815) 968-5222, on-line at www.metrocentre.com or in person at the MetroCentre Box Office or Hog Headquarters inside CherryVale Mall.